Hey YJ

[Pumpdogg]

Hey bro my ortho doctor does not want to take any type of anti-inflammatory drugs while my clavicle is healing together. He said it slows healing and it will also make it heal weaker.

Since I fell I quit taking my glucosamine,chondriton and msm but do to ole arthur in my knee's I started taking it again this past Sunday. Already I can tell a large difference in my knee's and seems like my clavicle is feeling much better as well.

Even though this is a supplement does it have anti-inflammatory properties as well where as I should avoid it? I don't want to cause myself any more problems than I have. I knew you would know. Thanx

PD

[YellowJacket]

All of the above mentioned supplements have anti-inflammatory properties. This is a decent studies confirming the point:

The use of NSAIDs and nutritional supplements in athletes with osteoarthritis: prevalence, benefits, and consequences.

Gorsline RT, Kaeding CC.

Department of Orthopaedics, The Ohio State University Medical Center, 2050 Kenny Road, Columbus, OH 43221-3502, USA.

The use of nonsteroidal antiinflammatory medications (NSAIDs) and nutraceuticals, such as glucosamine and chondroitin, is common among athletes at all ages and levels of participation. The use of these drugs has significant effects on pain and swelling associated with injury; however, this use does have significant risks to the gastrointestinal, hepatic, and renal organ systems. In the athlete with degenerative changes in the joints, the use of these medications can become chronic and lead to an increased risk of adverse effects. The purpose of this article is to examine the incidence of injury in sports, the prevalence of osteoarthritis in athletes, and the use of common over-the-counter medications and supplements. In addition, the mechanism of action, adverse side effects, and behavioral patterns for use of these medications will be analyzed.

and this one:

Glucosamine effects in humans: a review of effects on glucose metabolism, side effects, safety considerations and efficacy.

Anderson JW, Nicolosi RJ, Borzelleca JF.

Department of Internal Medicine, University of Kentucky, 1030 South Broadway, Suite 5, Lexington KY 40504-2681, USA. [email protected]

Glucosamine is widely used to relieve symptoms from osteoarthritis. Its safety and effects on glucose metabolism are critically evaluated in this review. The LD50 of oral glucosamine in animals is approximately 8000 mg/kg with no adverse effects at 2700 mg/kg for 12 months. Because altered glucose metabolism can be associated with parenteral administration of large doses of glucosamine in animals and with high concentrations in in vitro studies, we critically evaluated the clinical importance of these effects. Oral administration of large doses of glucosamine in animals has no documented effects on glucose metabolism. In vitro studies demonstrating effects of glucosamine on glucose metabolism have used concentrations that are 100-200 times higher than tissue levels expected with oral glucosamine administration in humans. We reviewed clinical trial data for 3063 human subjects. Fasting plasma glucose values decreased slightly for subjects after oral glucosamine for approximately 66 weeks. There were no adverse effects of oral glucosamine administration on blood, urine or fecal parameters. Side effects were significantly less common with glucosamine than placebo or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID). In contrast to NSAID, no serious or fatal side effects have been reported for glucosamine. Our critical evaluation indicates that glucosamine is safe under current conditions of use and does not affect glucose metabolism.


Im not a doctor, but from my knowledge and experience, Im not sure the anti-inflammatory response from the aforementioned supplements is significant enough to halt the use. If youre using minimal doses to suggested doses, you should be fine, but watch for healing time, etc. if its extended, halt the use. This wouldnt be a bad thing to ask your doctor, give him a call.

[Pumpdogg]

Thanx Bro, you are always a great help

PD